Closed
National Defence (Federal)
The Department of National Defence wants to cover up decades of wood waste sitting on the sea floor in Esquimalt Harbour. Old logging and sawmill operations left debris that's now releasing toxic byproducts and harming marine life. The plan is to...
Why This Matters: Live near Esquimalt Harbour or care about BC's marine ecosystems? This project aims to restore the sea floor after decades of industrial damage. Healthier bottom-dwelling creatures mean a healthier food chain for local fish and wildlife.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Environment and Climate Change Canada (Federal)
BC wants to replace a 70-year-old bridge on the Trans-Canada Highway between Spences Bridge and Lytton. The old bridge crosses Sackum Creek and a railway line, and it's worn out. Part of the work will happen on Sackum and Gulada Indian Reserve...
Why This Matters: Drive the Trans-Canada through BC's interior? This bridge keeps that route open. The project also affects two First Nations reserves and species at risk in the area. If you live nearby or use this highway, the construction could affect your commute.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
Closed
National Capital Commission (Federal)
Camp Fortune wants to build a new lodge for ski instructors on federal land in Gatineau Park. The project involves demolishing an old first aid station and constructing a 330 square metre building at the edge of the parking lot and forest. Some...
Why This Matters: Ski at Camp Fortune? This won't affect your access—no closures or detours planned. But if you care about development in Gatineau Park, this is a chance to weigh in on building on federal parkland.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Housing & Communities
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Indigenous Services Canada is cleaning up 17 waste sites on Beardy's and Okemasis Cree Nation reserve lands in Saskatchewan. The sites have accumulated household garbage, appliances, tires, and other waste over the years. The plan is to remove the...
Why This Matters: Live on or near the Beardy's and Okemasis reserve? This cleanup could improve local water quality and remove eyesores from the community. The project also sets a precedent for how waste sites on reserve lands get cleaned up across Canada.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Hydro-Québec wants to upgrade its power grid in Opitciwan, an Atikamekw community in northern Quebec, to connect a new forest biomass cogeneration plant. The project involves clearing about 4 hectares of forest, building a new sectioning post with a...
Why This Matters: Live in or near Opitciwan? This project could bring cleaner, more reliable power to your community. The shift from diesel to biomass means less pollution and potentially lower energy costs. Forest clearing and construction may affect local wildlife and land use.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Natural Resources
Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
Fisheries and Oceans Canada wants to build a new 42-metre wharf at the Barre-de-Cocagne fishing harbour in New Brunswick. The project includes dredging the basin and reinforcing the breakwater to protect against storms. Without these upgrades, the...
Why This Matters: If you're a fisher working out of this harbour, this project means more berthing space and safer conditions. The current access road erodes during storms, making the harbour less reliable. For the local fishing community, losing this harbour isn't an option.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Infrastructure Canada (Federal)
The We Wai Kai Nation wants to build a 2 km gravel walking trail on the Quinsam No. 12 reserve near Campbell River, BC. The loop trail would connect the community to the Quinsam River and local services without needing to walk on roads with cars...
Why This Matters: Live in or near Campbell River? This trail could become a new walking spot for you. It's designed to be accessible for people with mobility challenges, kids, and seniors. The interpretive signs will share We Wai Kai traditional knowledge and local history.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
Closed
Environment and Climate Change Canada (Federal)
The Beauharnois-Salaberry Regional County Municipality wants to build a short trail connecting to the existing bike path along the Beauharnois Canal. The 65-meter trail would replace a former ATV path on federal land managed by the St. Lawrence...
Why This Matters: Cycle along the Beauharnois Canal? This trail would give you safer access to the bike path. It's a small project, but it shows how local infrastructure connects to federal land and wetland protection.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
Fisheries and Oceans Canada plans to repair the service dock and boat launch ramp at North Bay's small craft harbour on Lake Nipissing. The work involves encasing aging steel walls in new concrete panels, reinstalling the launch ramp slightly north...
Why This Matters: Use the North Bay boat launch on Lake Nipissing? This project will temporarily disrupt access while repairs are underway. Once complete, the dock and ramp should be safer and more durable for recreational boaters.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
National Defence (Federal)
The Department of National Defence wants to build temporary facilities at CFB Bagotville while permanent ones are constructed. The project includes three dome-shaped hangars, modular trailers for staff housing and offices, security fencing, and a...
Why This Matters: Live near CFB Bagotville? Construction activity could affect local traffic and noise levels for several years. The excavation work may also impact local soil and water quality, though the military says it will follow environmental rules.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Closed
Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (Federal)
The Wild Bird Trust of BC wants to build a 600 square metre demonstration garden and outdoor classroom at Maplewood Flats in North Vancouver. The project would showcase native BC plants and support environmental education. Construction involves new...
Why This Matters: Live near Maplewood Flats or visit the conservation area? This project would add educational facilities to the site. Local residents may notice construction activity for about a year.
Environmental Assessment
Education
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (Federal)
The Township of McNab/Braeside wants to tear down an old concrete wharf at White Lake and replace it with a new aluminum seasonal dock. The work includes grading the shoreline and installing a silt curtain to protect water quality during...
Why This Matters: Use the boat launch at White Lake? This project will modernize the dock facilities. During construction, access may be limited. The new seasonal dock should make launching small boats easier.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Transportation
Closed
Parks Canada (Federal)
The Prince of Wales Hotel in Waterton Lakes National Park wants to switch how it gets water for fire suppression. Instead of drawing from Upper Waterton Lake, they'd drill a groundwater well in the Emerald Bay Day Use Area. The project involves...
Why This Matters: Visit Waterton Lakes National Park? This project could temporarily affect the Emerald Bay Day Use Area during construction. The hotel is a historic landmark, and reliable fire protection matters for its preservation.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Natural Resources
Closed
Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (Federal)
Pelican Lake First Nation wants to build new walking and cycling trails on their reserve lands near Chitek Lake, Saskatchewan. The project includes a new 5 km trail and upgrades to an existing 8 km trail. Because the work happens near lakes and...
Why This Matters: This project could boost tourism and recreation in the Chitek Lake area. If you're a community member or visitor who enjoys outdoor trails, this affects you. The environmental review ensures nearby lakes and wetlands are protected during construction.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Transportation
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Sandy Lake First Nation is cleaning up petroleum contamination at a former school site. The project involves digging up 16,000 cubic metres of contaminated soil and treating it at a new facility. Work will also address contaminated sediment along...
Why This Matters: This cleanup addresses legacy contamination on First Nation land. Community members have lived near this pollution for years. The project will restore the land and protect the Severn River from further contamination.
Environmental Assessment
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Closed
Indigenous Services Canada (Federal)
Telus wants to build a telecommunications tower to bring better connectivity to Beaver Lake Cree Nation in Alberta. The project includes a new access road off Cardinal Drive and will have some permanent impacts on wetlands where the tower and road...
Why This Matters: Live in Beaver Lake Cree Nation? This tower could improve your cell service and internet access. The project will affect some wetlands, so if you care about local wildlife habitat, this matters to you.
Regulations & Permits
Environment & Climate
Indigenous & Northern
Technology & Digital